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(TOKYO) — Japan’s Emperor Akihito, marking his 85th birthday — his last before his upcoming abdication — said he feels relieved that his reign is coming to an end without having seen his country at war and that it is important to keep telling younger people about his nation’s wartime history.

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Tens of thousands of people gathered outside Tokyo\'s Imperial Palace on Sunday, to celebrate Emperor Akihito\'s 85th birthday. It was the Emperor final birthday greeting before he steps down next April.
The Emperor was joined by Empress Michiko and Crown Prince Naruhito, along with other members of the Imperial family.
During his address, the Emperor said, \"I am grateful to have received so many birthday wishes from you all.\"
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Tens of thousands of people gathered outside Tokyo\'s Imperial Palace on Sunday, to celebrate Emperor Akihito\'s 85th birthday. It was the Emperor final birthday greeting before he steps down next April.
The Emperor was joined by Empress Michiko and Crown Prince Naruhito, along with other members of the Imperial family.
During his address, the Emperor said, \"I am grateful to have received so many birthday wishes from you all.\"
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First abdication by a Japanese emperor in over 200 years paves way for son to ascend the throne

published:24 Dec 2018

First abdication by a Japanese emperor in over 200 years paves way for son to ascend the throne

First abdication by a Japanese emperor in over 200 years paves way for son to ascend the throne

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When Japan’s 85-year-old Emperor Akihito retires on April 30, 2019, he becomes the first emperor in over two centuries to abdicate in the world’s oldest monarchy.
His son Naruhito will take over as Japan’s next emperor, setting off a chain of events including a new name on traditional calendars for the era of his reign.
Current Imperial Household Law, which dates back to 1947, dictates that the emperor is a “symbol of the state” with no political power, and limits succession to males in the family....

First abdication by a Japanese emperor in over 200 years paves way for son to ascend the throne

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When Japan’s 85-year-old Emperor Akihito retires on April 30, 2019, he becomes the first emperor in over two centuries to abdicate in the world’s oldest monarchy.
His son Naruhito will take over as Japan’s next emperor, setting off a chain of events including a new name on traditional calendars for the era of his reign.
Current Imperial Household Law, which dates back to 1947, dictates that the emperor is a “symbol of the state” with no political power, and limits succession to males in the family....

10 Things You Didn't Know About THE JAPANESE EMPEROR 天皇

published:23 Dec 2015

10 Things You Didn't Know About THE JAPANESE EMPEROR 天皇

10 Things You Didn't Know About THE JAPANESE EMPEROR 天皇

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10 THINGS YOU DIDN\'T KNOW ABOUT THE JAPANESE EMPEROR 天皇
Just prior to Christmas, on the 23rd of December, it is the current Japanese Emperor, Akihito’s birthday. It is a national holiday in Japan (天皇誕生日).
1) WORLD\'S OLDEST MONARCHY
The Japanese monarchy, The Imperial House of Japan, is the oldest, continuous hereditary monarchy in the world.
Compared to other monarchies, you have the British Monarchy starting at 1066 and the the Danish Monarchy at 935. For the Japanese Monarchy, we’re going back to 660BC, which started with the legendary Japanese Emperor Jimmu.
2) DESCENDENT OF GODS
Shinto is the largest religion in Japan, and the line of Japanese Emperors are said to be the direct descendants of several Shinto gods, the most notable being the S...

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★ 10 Things You Didn’t Know About 2011 JAPANESE TSUNAMI & TOHOKU EARTHQUAKE: https://youtu.be/VuWTETyzR9Y
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Just prior to Christmas, on the 23rd of December, it is the current Japanese Emperor, Akihito’s birthday. It is a national holiday in Japan (天皇誕生日).
1) WORLD\'S OLDEST MONARCHY
The Japanese monarchy, The Imperial House of Japan, is the oldest, continuous hereditary monarchy in the world.
Compared to other monarchies, you have the British Monarchy starting at 1066 and the the Danish Monarchy at 935. For the Japanese Monarchy, we’re going back to 660BC, which started with the legendary Japanese Emperor Jimmu.
2) DESCENDENT OF GODS
Shinto is the largest religion in Japan, and the line of Japanese Emperors are said to be the direct descendants of several Shinto gods, the most notable being the S...

Emperor of Japan Receives Surprise “BANZAI” Salute

published:16 Aug 2016

Emperor of Japan Receives Surprise “BANZAI” Salute

Emperor of Japan Receives Surprise “BANZAI” Salute

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Emperor of Japan, Akihito, receives surprise “BANZAI” salute from the audience during a ceremony held on August 15th in Tokyo Budokan marking the 71st anniversary of WW2 end.
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Emperor of Japan Receives Surprise “BANZAI” Salute

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Emperor of Japan, Akihito, receives surprise “BANZAI” salute from the audience during a ceremony held on August 15th in Tokyo Budokan marking the 71st anniversary of WW2 end.
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The last emperors: Akihito and Japan's imperial family – video explainer

published:09 Aug 2016

The last emperors: Akihito and Japan's imperial family – video explainer

The last emperors: Akihito and Japan's imperial family – video explainer

published:09 Aug 2016

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Japan’s Emperor Akihito has said that his health is failing and hinted that he may abdicate.
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Akihito was the first member of the imperial family to marry a commoner and expressed regret for some of Japan’s actions in the second world war. But the Japanese imperial family is the oldest hereditary monarchy in the world – and no modern emperor has abdicated from the Chrysanthemum throne.
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Japan’s Emperor Akihito has said that his health is failing and hinted that he may abdicate.
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Akihito was the first member of the imperial family to marry a commoner and expressed regret for some of Japan’s actions in the second world war. But the Japanese imperial family is the oldest hereditary monarchy in the world – and no modern emperor has abdicated from the Chrysanthemum throne.
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Japanese Emperor Hirohito | History

published:28 Sep 2017

Japanese Emperor Hirohito | History

Japanese Emperor Hirohito | History

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After the devastating bombings at Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the leadership of Japanese emperor Hirohito was put to the test.
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Spain's King visits Japanese Emperor

published:11 Apr 2017

Spain's King visits Japanese Emperor

Spain's King visits Japanese Emperor

published:11 Apr 2017

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(5 Apr 2017) Spain\'s King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia were welcomed by Japan\'s Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko at a special ceremony held at Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Wednesday.
The Spanish royal couple arrived in Japan on Tuesday to begin their four-day visit to the country.
Tokyo and Madrid mark the 150th anniversary of bilateral relations next year.
The couple are due to meet Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Thursday.
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Spain's King visits Japanese Emperor

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(5 Apr 2017) Spain\'s King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia were welcomed by Japan\'s Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko at a special ceremony held at Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Wednesday.
The Spanish royal couple arrived in Japan on Tuesday to begin their four-day visit to the country.
Tokyo and Madrid mark the 150th anniversary of bilateral relations next year.
The couple are due to meet Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Thursday.
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Japan's Monarchy Explained

published:16 Aug 2016

Japan's Monarchy Explained

Japan's Monarchy Explained

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In August 2016, Japan\'s emperor suggested that he may leave the throne. So we wanted to know how does the Japanese monarchy work?
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NPR: Japanese Emperor Signals Wish To Abdicate Throne
http://www.npr.org/2016/08/08/489218020/japanese-emperor-signals-wish-to-abdicate-throne
New York Times: At 82, Emperor Akihito of Japan Wants to Retire. Will Japan Let Him?
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/08/09/world/asia/japan-emperor-akihito-retirement.html
Wall Street Journal: The Future of the Chrysanthemum Throne
http://www.wsj.com/articles/the-future-of-the-chrysanthemum-throne-1470698324
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http://www.npr.org/2016/08/08/489218020/japanese-emperor-signals-wish-to-abdicate-throne
New York Times: At 82, Emperor Akihito of Japan Wants to Retire. Will Japan Let Him?
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/08/09/world/asia/japan-emperor-akihito-retirement.html
Wall Street Journal: The Future of the Chrysanthemum Throne
http://www.wsj.com/articles/the-future-of-the-chrysanthemum-throne-1470698324
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Prince William lunches with Emperor of Japan

published:27 Feb 2015

Prince William lunches with Emperor of Japan

Prince William lunches with Emperor of Japan

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http://twitter.com/onlyfirstnews Prince William is continuing his visit to Japan, lunching with the Japanese Emperor Akihito.
The prince also paid his respects to Commonwealth soldiers who died during World War Two....

Prince William lunches with Emperor of Japan

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http://twitter.com/onlyfirstnews Prince William is continuing his visit to Japan, lunching with the Japanese Emperor Akihito.
The prince also paid his respects to Commonwealth soldiers who died during World War Two....

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Tens of thousands of people gathered outside Tokyo\'s Imperial Palace on Sunday, to celebrate Emperor Akihito\'s 85th birthday. It was the Emperor final birthday greeting before he steps down next April.
The Emperor was joined by Empress Michiko and Crown

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When Japan’s 85-year-old Emperor Akihito retires on April 30, 2019, he becomes the first emperor in over two centuries to abdicate in the world’s oldest monarchy.
His son Naruhito will take over as Japan’s next empero

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Emperor of Japan, Akihito, receives surprise “BANZAI” salute from the audience during a ceremony held on August 15th in Tokyo Budokan marking the 71st anniversary of WW2 end.
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Japan’s Emperor Akihito has said that his health is failing and hinted that he may abdicate.
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Akihito was the first member of the imperial family to marry a commoner and expressed regret for some of Japan’s actions in the second world war.

After the devastating bombings at Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the leadership of Japanese emperor Hirohito was put to the test.
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(5 Apr 2017) Spain\'s King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia were welcomed by Japan\'s Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko at a special ceremony held at Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Wednesday.
The Spanish royal couple arrived in Japan on Tuesday to begin their four-day visit to the country.
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http://twitter.com/onlyfirstnews Prince William is continuing his visit to Japan, lunching with the Japanese Emperor Akihito.
The prince also paid his respects to Commonwealth soldiers who died during World War Two.